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If you search online you can see what they look like!
Commercial tampons or organic tampons - white compressed cotton and/or rayon, about an inch and a half in length, the width of a finger, and look rocket-shaped with a string attached. Some will come with applicators which are plastic tubes surrounding the tampons.
Soft tampons or wet tampons - synthetic sponge without visible holes like normal sponge, normally pink in colour and shaped like an inch tall round disk about an inch in width, sometimes shaped to include a hole to hook your finger into for easier removal.
Sponge tampons - these are made from natural sponge so look like balls of yellow or brown coloured sponge, cut to size depending on absorbency and sometimes with strings attached.
Cloth tampons - made from cloth either shaped into a rocket-shape or flat then rolled-up to use, normally with strings attached for easy removal, and typically white. Sometimes they have wooden sticks attached as applicators to push into the vagina.
Knitted or crochette tampons - made from knitting or crochetting wool into a rocket-shape or flat then rolled-up to use, normally white and normally with strings attached for removal.
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How does a tampon look like when it is outside?
As long as tampons are inserted correctly they can't really be felt. It is normal for women to feel dry when using tampons as they absorb vaginal moisture as well as blood, if sensitive you may be more likely to feel this and a little soreness around the opening of the vagina. Tampons can also increase menstrual cramps, although many women don't realise that the tampons they use are to blame.
Does a pads and tampon look alike?
Answers.com does not allow users to post photos, if you want to know what pads and tampons look like search via Google. Tampons and pads don't look alike, one is external and flat whereas the other is normally cylindrical and internal, they look and work differently.
Do you have to be close to your aunt to talk to her about tampons?
No, not necessarily - you can talk to anyone you like about tampons.
What to do if you are on your period and you will be away from a bathroom all day?
Tampons are not needed to be changed as frequently as pads. When your shopping, look for a pack of long lasting tampons.
How are tampons inserted?
Tampons are inserted into the vagina during menstruation, using lowest absorbency. If you want to use tampons then you will find instructions on the packet on how to use tampons correctly. You can also look online for videos that will show you how to insert whatever type of tampon you want to use.
How do you reduce developing toxic shock syndrome?
The best way to reduce your risk of TSS is simply not to use tampons.There are plenty of other options such as menstrual cups or softcups which are not only a lot safer and more hygienic than tampons so don't pose health risks like TSS, but that are also more comfortable, conveniet, and reliable. Look into menstrual cups such as Mooncup http://www.mooncup.co.uk/wc.php?u=1741If you do use tampons, follow precautions:Change tampons every 4-6 hours.Alternate with pads as often as possible.Always use lowest absorbency for your flow.Change absorbency as your flow changes.Avoid rayon tampons like Tampax or Playtex.Opt for cotton tampons like Emerita or Veeda.Do not wear tampons before your period.Do not wear tampons with light flow or spotting.Do not wear tampons overnight while sleeping.Do not wear tampons with a vaginal infection.Wash hands before using tampons.Store tampons in clean dry place.Learn about risks of TSS, infections, and dioxin.Learn symptoms of TSS and what to do.You ARE Love (TSS information) - http://www.you-are-loved.org
Do tampons go on men?
Some men can use tampons, but not cis men.Some men are born with a vagina and a uterus so will menstruate, thus they may want to use tampons or other menstrual products just like women. Some men will also use tampons for first aid, tampons are the perfect size and shape to insert into your nostrils during a nosebleed.
Do all girls have to wear tampons?
No, not all girls have to wear tampons and in fact there's little reason to use tampons when there are other options like pads or menstrual cups available. Girls often use tampons because they prefer them to pads and may not know that options like cups exist and can be much better than tampons. Some people cannot use menstrual cups so will use tampons when they need internal menstrual products.
Do employers have to provide tampons?
No, tampons are considered a luxary item (women may prefer to use tampons but they are actually not necissary) thus employers are in no way obliged to provide their female employees with tampons, nor do they have to supply any other menstrual product like menstrual pads or menstrual cups.
How many onces does a tampon hold?
Tampon absorbency is measured in grams.Light absorbency:
What to do if your period is on at a water park?
You shouldn't always use pads, things like this call for tampons. If you are going somewhere like a water park, use tampons, they might hurt, but its the only way.
Can you use tampons after having PID?
You can use tampons after having PID, but not sure it's the best choice. Tampons are a major cause of vaginal infections which can contribute to PID, it would be a better idea to consider safer options like menstrual cups, softcups, or menstrual pads which don't pose the risk of increased vaginal infections, or in turn higher risk of PID, like tampons.
